Santa Fe Relocation recently partnered with author and expatriate coach Katia Vlachos, on the launch of her new book ‘A Great Move’. Based upon years of research and compelling data, the book takes readers through all elements of their relocation journey, examining key principles and a step-by-step process that help people navigate this exciting, and sometimes stressful, time. Stimulating real life experiences are also shared allowing readers to more objectively view their own emotional changes that may come with the experience.

Neil Bothams, CEO Europe and APAC at Santa Fe, shares how the ideas presented have helped him personally to think at a deeper level about the other emotional elements of moving, such as the views of accompanying spouses and family members. Neil also happens to be in the process of relocating his own family from London to Singapore.

Neil states “At Santa Fe Relocation, we enhance the customer experience better when we can understand the emotional journey of our expat customers. I am currently living through this experience with my own family as we prepare to move to Asia in the next few weeks."

Viewing the expatriate experience holistically from initiation to repatriation, is our approach at Santa Fe Relocation. We have unique and comprehensive assignment management expertise that can provide support for all or any part of the relocation process. Our thought leadership in the industry includes learnings from our award-winning services and our Global Mobility Survey, which is one of the largest surveys conducted in Relocation.

Santa Fe’s global footprint includes 97 offices in 46 countries and allows us to leverage unsurpassed local knowledge with a global mindset no matter where in the world people are moving. Our purpose is to help people and organisations thrive in new places around the world. The content in ‘A Great Move’ is truly value-added for people who are already expats or considering opportunities to move abroad.

For more information on how we support expatriate assignments as well as relevant articles and tips for those living abroad, visit us at santaferelo.com.

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Expat Guide

Corporate Relocation

Advice for expats

Expat Life

Expat

Do you have the USA set in your sights? Planning an unforgettable vacation? Visiting on business? Perhaps you want to move to the USA for good? Whatever the situation, shipping to the USA with Seven Seas Worldwide would be a wise move. We operate a global network of depots and have several bases throughout the United States so wherever you want to go, we can get you there, door-to-door.

So why choose Seven Seas Worldwide for your shipping to the USA?

Good question. There are lots of reasons to ship to the USA with us but here are the top six:

3. We know a thing or two about sending goods abroad - we've been in the business 20 years

4. We have depots throughout the USA to handle deliveries and collections

5. We cover all major cities including from New York to Los Angeles

6. We wear fetching red uniforms

Whether it's just the one suitcase of excess baggage or the contents of an entire apartment, we'll ensure it gets shipped to the States carefully and with a minimum of fuss.

Our team are ready to take you through every step of the process whether you choose to send your items by air or sea. We've been shipping to the USA for two decades and have earned praise from holidaymakers, students, expats and business professionals alike. Get a free quote for shipping to the USA today and see how simple overseas shipping can be with Seven Seas Worldwide!

How does the MoveCube® service work?

Another good question. Take a look at our step-by-step guide:

1. Empty boxes, bubble wrap and parcel tape are delivered to your address to help you pack

2. You arrange the day you want your items collected

3. We’ll swing by with a Seven Seas Worldwide MoveCube® to collect your boxes and furniture

4. We'll then transfer your items from the UK to your new address in the USA within our own international network

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Advice for expats

UK

KEY BENEFITS OF USING
SERVICED APARTMENTS

The UK serviced apartment sector has grown very rapidly over the last 4 years.

Virtually every major UK city can now offer a range of serviced apartments as a serious alternative to hotel accommodation. The Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP) can confirm this trend. Its membership has more than doubled in the last 4 years and its 60 members now collectively represent in excess of 12,000 properties in the UK and Ireland.

David Smith, Chairman of the ASAP, confirms the key reasons for the increased popularity in this sector:
‘A serviced apartment is the ideal solution for the business traveller and especially for expatriates relocating to the UK. It provides a fully furnished self-contained flat with separate areas to sleep, work and eat, so it offers a more complete ‘home-from-home’ experience where you can properly relax and enjoy more privacy. A key benefit is the extra space offered – you can expect 30% more space than a comparable standard of hotel room'.

Serviced apartments are a very cost-effective option offering excellent value for money – there are no expensive ‘extras’ to consider such as hotel minibars, restaurants and room service. Guests appreciate the flexibility to prepare their own meals and not be restricted by hotel restaurant opening times. Many operators provide a generous ‘welcome pack’ of groceries to ensure guests have sufficient food for the first 24 hours of their stay.

Families relocating especially appreciate the more spacious living environment which serviced apartments offer. Children, in particular, benefit from having enough room to have more of their personal possessions around them which is so important when settling in to a new country. Staying in a 2- or 3-bedroom apartment means children can have their own bedrooms; in smaller apartments extra beds for children can be easily arranged.

The fully equipped kitchen is a key feature. It will normally include a cooker/microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher, as well as an extensive range of crockery, cutlery, glassware and kitchen utensils. And while most serviced apartments offer a laundry service, families enjoy the convenience of having a washer/dryer provided within their serviced apartment which also saves them money. Bed linen, towels and toiletries will also be supplied. A weekly housekeeping service will be included, but a more frequent service can easily be arranged.

There is a wide product choice ranging from studios to 4-bedroom apartments and penthouse suites. Top of the range developments may even offer roof terraces or access to a swimming pool or gym. In this dynamic young industry the vast majority of developments are modern so you can expect contemporary, stylish interiors complete with mood lighting and the latest in-room technology.

Serviced apartments can be booked for one night, one week, or several months with the cost generally decreasing the longer the stay, (for stays of 28+ days the VAT element reduces to only 4%). A further advantage is that even for longer stays, there are no separate utility bills to worry about, since all these costs will be included in the overall price.

Apartments are normally in prime city locations, conveniently close to the place of work which delivers a further advantage – clients may be living only a very short walk away from their office, meaning minimal time is spent commuting.

Visit www.theasap.org.uk – for full details of the 60 members of the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP). You can also search for suitable properties by city or company name and view the short video (accessed from the homepage) which provides a useful insight into the many benefits of staying in a serviced apartment.

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Expat

This one day event, that is in its 17th year, is a must for expatriates of all nationalities, International HR professionals and those advising the expatriate community. There are over 40 exhibitors with products and services that support the expatriate community, and there are also free seminars that you can attend.

FREE SEMINAR PROGRAMME AS FOLLOWS:

10.30am — Third Culture Kids - Raising Portable Children

There are many challenges associated with an international move, and how global mobility impacts children is a concern for many families. This session on Third Culture Kids will discuss what research tells us about these unique youngsters and how we can best support them during this life-changing experience. This session is for parents, but also educators, human resources and relocation professionals who want to understand more about raising and educating children abroad.
Mary Langford is an independent international education consultant who has over 30 years experience working in international schools with families of many nationalities. As a TCk who spent a transient childhood in Europe, the USA and Latin America, her personal insights and professional experience make her a strong believer in the many advantages gained by internationally-mobile children when they are supported by parents and schools.

11.30am — I’m Settled....What’s Next?

A Focus On Long-Term Relocation Support
Often all of the attention is placed on the first few weeks of an international move. Join FOCUS to learn the longer-term support factors which have been proven to ensure a successful relocation for the whole family.

12.30pm — Tax Planning Tips For Expatriates

Imperative tax issues for foreign nationals living in the UK including understanding the UK tax system as it applies to a non-UK national, choosing between the remittance and arising basis of taxation, maximising foreign tax credits and dealing with investment considerations”. Presented by Frank Hirth

2.00pm — Global Immigration

Hosted by Ferguson Snell, this seminar will be a practical session providing advice on the latest Immigration developments and the implications for businesses and will cover: Immigration Policies Updates, Global Immigration Management, Compliance and Risk Management, and United Kingdom Sponsor Licencing and Management.

3.00pm - How Do You Apply Procurement Practices To Mobility?

Procurement in the mobility industry can be a complex task, as the concept of supplier management is in its infancy when compared to industries such as technology or retail.
SIRVA utilises proven procurement principles that are the foundation of this presentation. As we walk through each step in the process, we provide best practices as well as examples that will simplify the application of procurement to mobility management. Presented by SIRVA.

4.00pm - Payroll Compliance For Mobile Employees

As the pressure on internal and external compliance gets greater, the challenges of reporting compensation data for international assignees, in particular relocation expenses and third party vendor expenses, gets no easier. Data is invariably embedded in multiple data sources, often in different locations. At the seminar we will discuss what the reporting requirements are, what challenges are faced by organisations and explain some of the ways in which companies are deploying global processes to collect and report relocation expenses and third party vendor expenses. Presented by Deloitte LLP.

If you would like complimentary invitations for your friends, club members or colleagues, please email Helen with the quantity and where you would like them sent to.
For further information on this event please call Helen Elliott on +44 (0)20 8661 0186. We look forward to seeing you there.